Posts by Chieko
Freedom in Habits
How would you like a box full of freedom to show up at your door? Freedom is my #1 core value. I’ve always sought freedom – first as a rebellious teen to be free from my parents, then as a young adult to escape the rat-race, and now I seek the freedom to be true…
Read MoreProductive Change
There’s a truth I keep learning over and over again: resistance = misery. It means, more than whatever I am resisting, the resistance itself makes me the most unhappy. When there’s a situation you don’t like, it’s natural to want to resist it and the feelings associated with it. For example, I have some less…
Read MoreWaking Up Overwhelmed
Do you ever wake-up feeling overwhelmed about the day? Generally, I’m a solid sleeper. So, I know I’m stressed and at the edge of overwhelm if I’m waking up multiple times throughout the night with my brain racing. Can you relate? This is not a nice way to start the day. But, don’t throw in…
Read MoreJumping Off Cliffs
I once went cliff jumping with some friends in Eastern Washington into glacial river waters. It was years ago, so I’m sure the height of the jump has grown in my mind like a big fish story. As I peered over the cliff down to the dark river pool, I felt the fear in my…
Read MoreThe Runaway Brain
I’m a risk mitigator. My brain likes to think of all the possible things that could go wrong and try to reduce or eliminate the risks. It’s a great skill to have – sometimes. But, like all strengths, it also has a flip side. You see, my brain loves questions – especially the worst-case scenario…
Read More